How often should you stain a dock?

• <div><p>Ideally, it's best to stain your dock once per year. Applying stain doesn't just keep it looking nice and new; it also helps extend the dock’s lifespan. Since you want to ensure water levels are at their lowest, it's best to have this project done by a professional dock repair service in the cooler autumn or early winter months. </p><p> </p></div>

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Q: How often should you treat your wood deck?

• <div><p>You should treat your deck with stain or sealer every two to three years to ensure it stays durable and protected from the elements. If you have a painted deck, we suggest repainting it every 10 years. You should clean your deck annually and inspect it for loose or damaged boards, screws, and nails. By maintaining your wood deck, you ensure its longevity, durability, and appearance.</p></div>

Q: Can you waterproof all wood?

• <div><p>Yes, you can waterproof any wood that has not already been treated. A good way to test this is to splash some water on it. If the water starts to bead up, the wood is treated and most likely doesn&rsquo;t need another coating.</p></div>

Q: Is whitewashing permanent?

• <div><p>Whitewashing isn&rsquo;t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.</p></div>

Q: Can you put too much sealer on a deck?

• <div><p>Applying too much sealer to a deck might seem like extra protection, but it can cause more harm than good. Wood is a porous material with a limited capacity to absorb liquids. When you go overboard with sealer, the excess can't soak in and instead forms a film on the surface. This leftover layer is prone to peeling, cracking, and trapping moisture, ultimately defeating the purpose of sealing in the first place. </p></div>

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Last update on October 31, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Had several projects done with Travis and his crew. Work was done very professionally, with estimates given before work was started. Some of the jobs they have done were to replace underpinning for a trailer, a couple wooden decks built, exterior lights replaced and some plumbing issues...
Stricker Custom Woodworking LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
They were very professional. Tore down deck and put screened porch in six days. Applied decorative brick to foundation also. Put on screen door on front and mailbox we were physically unable to do. Cleaned up everything.
Advanced Construction Concepts
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Reviewed in June 2020
We signed a contract with Crystal Clear Pools & Spas for the construction of an 18x36 vinyl pool on August 5, 2019. As of today, June 2, 2020 we have a dug hole surrounded by a concrete deck, boxes of equipment that have been in our side yard since October 2019, an installed pump, and trash...
Crystal Clear Pools & Spas
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Reviewed in September 2017
Replaced railing on an existing deck, it looks great and is safe for my children. Worked very quickly and on my timeline.
Family Handyman Services
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Reviewed in June 2017
We hired Donnie to stain the exterior of our cedar home which is very odd shaped and we are pretty sure had never been treated or stained before. He was very professional and experienced, reasonably priced, neat and clean with cleaning up and he did an AWESOME job. He went over and beyond...
Cantrell Painting
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Reviewed in November 2015
Larry returns calls promptly and arrives as scheduled. He's very personable and willing to offer suggestions that may save the customer extra expense or help locate assistance with services he doesn't provide. I was not as happy with the coverage of the deck stain as I had hoped. When Larry...
Larry Your Handyman LLC
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Reviewed in April 2013
FYI - This company will NOT set a firm appointment date to do the work. Instead they give you an approximate date. The day before they arrive they will call and let you know they will be out the next day. This worked for me as I am retired and generally home. Weather enters in this process...
Bryant's Powerwashing
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The Punkin Patch, LLC

The Punkin Patch, LLC

Customers say: Terrific value

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4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"I had large sycamore limbs all over my lawn and roof due to the storm on 4/2/24. Coree and team came promptly, removed all debris, and left my lawn in topnotch condition. I would hire them again!--very professional and thorough."

Patricia S on April 2024

"I had large sycamore limbs all over my lawn and roof due to the storm on 4/2/24. Coree and team came promptly, removed all debris, and left my lawn in topnotch condition. I would hire them again!--very professional and thorough."

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